Sun, 22 November 2009 Join Ron Edmondson as he explores the ultimate way to satisfy the spiritual hunger for more. Here’s a hint: It’s not in how hard you work to feed yourself! Scriptures and Keywords: Mark 6:30-52, Surrender, Jesus, Trust, Faith, Will, Missions, Discipline, Disciple, Maturity, Spiritual Growth  Comments[0] | |
Sun, 15 November 2009 In this second message in the Hunger series, Ron Edmondson explores the way a believer begins to grow spiritually, feeding the hunger for more in the Christian life. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 5:6, Hebrews 5:11-6:3, Disciple, Discipline, Maturity, Scripture, Bible, Growth Comments[0] | |
Sun, 8 November 2009 There is something almost sad about hearing the phrase "table for one." Getting some me-time every now and then is a good thing. But few of us prefer to eat alone. When we have a hunger for the things of God, that principle is still true. Scriptures and Keywords: Hebrews 5:13-14, 1 Peter 2:2-3, Matthew 5:6, Acts 2:44, Spiritual Hunger, Thirst, Lonelines, Together, Unity Comments[0] | |
Sun, 1 November 2009 We are all curious about what’s next? We all have questions about the afterlife. In this final Hot Topics message, Ron Edmondson shares a few thoughts on this challenging subject. Scriptures and Keywords: Revelation 1, Mark 10:32-37, 1 Cor 2:9, Revelation 21:1-4, 1 John 5:13, Matthew 17:1-4, Afterlife, Death, End Times, Heaven, Hell, Eternity Comments[0] | |
Sun, 25 October 2009 Most of us want to know God’s will for our life. We say we would obey His will if we know what it is, but discerning His voice among a crowded world of noise is hard to do. In this message Ron Edmondson attempts to help us learn some tips to discerning the will of God for our life. Scriptures and Keywords: Isaiah 55, Jeremiah 29, Isaiah 30:20-21, Jeremiah 33:3, Will of God, God’s Voice, Wisdom, Knowledge, God’s Heart
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Sun, 18 October 2009 Dunked. Sprinkled. Adult. Infant. Which baptism is the real baptism? Does it even matter? In this installment of Hot Topic, we'll look for answers. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 3:11-12, Matthew 29:19, Mark 1:4, Luke 3:3, John 3:22-26, Acts 2:38-39, Baptize, Baptism, Christening, John the Baptist, Jesus, Ordinance, Church
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Sun, 11 October 2009 Sooner or later, we all experience this conflict. The people in our lives do not share our convictions or beliefs. How can we build and maintain relationships with those who have different value systems? Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Peter 2:16, Galatians 5:13, Romans 14, 15, 1 Corinthians 8:9, 1 Corinthians 10:23, Conviction, Belief, Morals, Friendships, Culture
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Sun, 4 October 2009 When it comes to the unseen, invisible, spiritual side of life, most of us are uncertain. We have mixed together fantasy, truth, and wishful thinking. The result is skepticism towards anything we cannot see with our own eyes. Follow us as we look for answers to this hot topic. Scriptures and Keywords: Colossians 1:15-23, Ephesians 6:10-18, Romans 8:37-39, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 15:50-57, Angels, Demons, God, Devil, Spiritual Warfare, Invisible, Unseen
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Sun, 27 September 2009 What is it about the love of God that we find so compelling? Does His love really last forever? Is it unconditional? As we continue the Everlast series this Sunday, listen to Ron offer a fresh perspective on an old fashioned love story. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 15, Love, Prodigal Son, Jesus, Father, Forgiveness, Risk Comments[0] | |
Sun, 20 September 2009 Hope is a common word. But what is it? And is it possible to give it to someone else? Scriptures and Keywords: 2 Kings 6:8-23, 1 Corinthians 13:13, Faith, Hope, Faith, Love, Elisha, Vision, Hopeless, Help Comments[0] | |
Sun, 13 September 2009 Faith is hard to explain. Even harder to see. Yet the Bible describes it as everlasting. What makes it so important and how do we know if we have it? Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Corinthians 13, Hebrews 11, Matthew 8:5-13, Luke 7:1-10, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Faith, Everlasting, Eternal, Trust, Dependence, God Comments[0] | |
Sun, 6 September 2009 What is most effective way for the church and the home to partner with each other? Most of the time, we both want the same thing for our families. It makes sense that we should work together to reach that goal. In "Go Orange," we will see the power of that combined influence. Scriptures and Keywords: Deuteronomy 6:4-12, Children, Parents, Investing, Family Comments[0] | |
Sun, 30 August 2009 This week Joe Sangl, author of the book "I Was Broke Now I'm Not" shared with us a vision of God's plan for money in our personal lives and in the Kingdom. Scriptures and Keywords: Money, Stewardship, Joe Sangl, Kindgom, Giving Comments[0] | |
Sun, 16 August 2009 We all think about our money all the time. But is our money really our money? In this series, we will begin to re-think “our” money. Scriptures and Keywords: Mathew 6:21, Mark 12:44, Money, Finances, Faith, Treasure, Security Comments[0] | |
Sun, 9 August 2009 This Sunday we continue to explore the dream of Grace Community Church to reach our city for Christ. In this message Ron gets a little more detailed with that vision and introduces some of the team players (staff) who will be leading us to new heights this fall. God is up to something and you do not want to miss what He is doing these coming weeks! Scriptures and Keywords: Joshua 1, John 4:34-38, Vision, Dream, Grace Community Church, Staff Comments[0] | |
Sun, 2 August 2009 The best part of dreams is that they have no boundaries. The possibilities are endless. Maybe it’s time we all began to dream again. Scriptures and Keywords: Acts 10, Galatians 2, 2 Peter 3:9, Peter, Paul, Favoritism, Salvation, Vision, Dream Comments[0] | |
Sun, 26 July 2009 Fire is an important theme within the Bible, often representing God’s glory and His Word. As we look at one of the more famous “fire” stories in Scripture we will learn valuable truths about God’s character, His heart and His love for all. Scriptures and Keywords: Deuteronomy 4:24, Hebrews 12:29, Jeremiah 23:29, Malachi 3, Exodus 13, Matthew 3:11, 1 Peter 1:7, Exodus 3, Fire, Moses, Burning Bush, Holy Spirit, Restoration, Forgiveness, God, Jesus Comments[0] | |
Sun, 19 July 2009 We all enjoy a cool breeze every now and then. When that breeze
becomes a hard wind, it loses it's appeal. Life is the same way. We
often see nothing wrong with a little indiscretion here and there. But
it always grows into something more. Scriptures and Keywords: Judges 11, Matthew 7:24-27, Faith, Jephthah, Jesus, Trust, Commitment Comments[0] | |
Sun, 12 July 2009 We all enjoy a cool breeze every now and then. When that breeze becomes a hard wind, it loses it's appeal. Life is the same way. We often see nothing wrong with a little indiscretion here and there. But it always grows into something more. Scriptures and Keywords: Hosea 8:7, James 1:13-15, Galatians 6:7-8, Sin, Temptation, Regret, Mistake, Redemption, Warning, Mock, Reap, Sow Comments[0] | |
Sun, 5 July 2009 Fear, insecurity, pain, and misunderstanding, often keep us from experiencing the victory and relief that is that is right in front of us. Living a defeated life is truly a choice, not a curse. In this message, we will learn what Jesus meant when He offered living water. Scriptures and Keywords: John 4:10-14, John 7:38, Samaritan, Woman at the Well, Jesus, Living Water, John 4, Fear, Insecurity, Pain Comments[0] | |
Sun, 28 June 2009 We know the importance of wood to a fire. God says that our words have that same power. With them we can spread a fire or kill a fire. The choice is ours." Scriptures and Keywords: Proverbs 26:20, Matthew 12:34, Psalm 112:2, Proverbs 4:23, Gossip, Wood, Fire, Quarrel, Self-Control, Tongue Comments[0] | |
Sun, 21 June 2009 One of the most important jobs we do is to parent our children.
Parenting well does not happen by accident. We need a strategy to
raise godly children who perform well in society. In the conclusion to
our summer family series we look at a Biblical model of parenting. Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 128:3, Psalm 103:17, Psalm 112:2, Proverbs 4:23. Children, Parenting, Olive Trees, Heart of Child Comments[0] | |
Sun, 14 June 2009 The Bible says that two people in a marriage relationship should become “one flesh”, but making a marriage work is hard work. Scriptures and Keywords: Ephesians 5:21-33, Malachi 2:16, Marriage, Divorce, Protection of Marriage, Romance, Love Comments[0] | |
Sun, 7 June 2009 Marriage is more than ceremonies, parties, sex, and babies. The responsibility is more than we often realize. Maybe at the altar, some of us really meant, "I think I do." Scriptures and Keywords: Ephesians 5:25-33, Genesis 12:10-20, 16:1-16, Marriage, Wives, Husbands, Divorce, Commitment, Sacrifice, Christ, Church Comments[0] | |
Sun, 31 May 2009 Sometimes on the Road Trip of life we fail to take Jesus to the one place where He should be most comfortable...the church. This week let’s drop the pretense of church and encounter the Living God! Scriptures and Keywords: Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 18:20, Jesus, Church, Worship, Disciples Comments[0] | |
Sun, 24 May 2009 What is the meaning of baptism and why is it such an important symbol to followers of Jesus? Scriptures and Keywords: Baptism, Christianity, Symbols, Clean, Cleansing, Washing, Mark 1:40, 1 Peter 3:21, 1 John 1:9 Comments[0] | |
Sun, 17 May 2009 As we consider our road trip with Jesus today we look at the workplace. This message looks at 3 principles the Bible teaches us about work. For the believer our work is an opportunity to introduce others to God's love. we must learn to use that opportunity wisely. Scriptures and Keywords: Colossians 3:17, 23,, Work, Labor, Missions, Jesus, Road Trip Comments[0] | |
Sun, 10 May 2009 Many of us have church friends. And we have our party friends. With the party friends, we play golf, listen to music, dance, eat, drink, etc... How do we take our faith with us when we go to the party? Scriptures and Keywords: Romans 14, Faith, Jesus, Party, Eat, Drink, Influence, Witness, Freedom Comments[0] | |
Sun, 3 May 2009 We are a people on the road all the time. We are in constant motion. What happens when we come back home? Will we bring God into our home life? Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 12:1-7, Authentic Faith, Home, Life Comments[0] | |
Sun, 26 April 2009 Every good story has a big finale. The story of God is no different. In this message, we close the book on the greatest story ever told. Scriptures and Keywords: Revelation 21, Revelation 22,Revelation, End Times, Redemption, John Comments[0] | |
Sun, 19 April 2009 In the continuing Epic series we move to the beginnings of the early church. The early church grew out of a sense of urgency to spread the Gospel, but also out of fear, persecution and hard work. There are great parallels in their work in the 1st Century and in our work as a church today. Scriptures and Keywords: Acts Chapters 1-28, Acts, Church History, Church Vision, Grace Community Church, Jesus, Missions Comments[0] | |
Sun, 12 April 2009 The greatest act in human history and the thing that defines best what Christians believe is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s the meaning behind our Easter celebration. Happy Easter! Scriptures and Keywords: John 19-20, Luke 22-24, Matthew 26-28, Cross, Resurrection, Jesus, Easter Comments[0] | |
Sun, 5 April 2009 We love proof and evidence. We desire instant rewards. But true faith is found in the waiting. Scriptures and Keywords: Jeremiah 2:1-28, 31:32, Malachi 4:5-6, Luke 1:14-17, John 1:29, Waiting, Patience, Promise, Old Covenant, New Covenant, Jeremiah, John the Baptist, Jesus Comments[0] | |
Sun, 29 March 2009 In the continuing Epic look at God’s story, this week we consider the law God introduced through Moses. We are attempting to answer: What is the law? Why do we have it? What difference does it make in my life today? Scriptures and Keywords: Exodus 3, Exodus 20, Romans 8, Galatians 1-5, Law, Ten Commandments, Moses, Promise, God, Jesus, Grace Comments[0] | |
Sun, 22 March 2009 In the continuing look at God’s story, this week we consider the movement of God’s people to a collective faith. The life of Abraham, the father of our faith, is considered. Scriptures and Keywords: Genesis 12-22, Abram, Abraham, Faith, Promise, God Comments[0] | |
Sun, 15 March 2009 The epic story of God started out so well. Creation. Imagination. Freedom. Potential. It was like a dream. Then one day the dream died. And nothing was ever the same. Scriptures and Keywords: Genesis 3, Creation, Sin, Fall, Adam and Eve, Temptation, Death Comments[0] | |
Sun, 8 March 2009 Stories take on a richer meaning when we get to know the author. Not only is God writing the grandest story ever told, but in doing so, He allows us to get to know Him. In this first chapter, the Writer introduces Himself. Scriptures and Keywords: Genesis 1-2, Creation, God, Creator, Adam, Eve, Meaning of Life, Purpose of Life, Existence To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 1 March 2009 It's one thing to be sick or broken. It's another to trust the doctor and follow his plan for healing. Scriptures and Keywords: John 5, Addiction, Sickness, Healing, Freedom, Jesus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 22 February 2009 Feelings of depression can attack anyone. If you've ever wondered how followers of God can lose their joy or knows what it's like to be in despair, this message is for you. Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 40, Depression, Anxiety, Loss of Joy To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 15 February 2009 When we find ourselves trapped in the darkness of fear and worry we can believe the lie that we are all alone in our struggles. The hope of Christ helps us overcome the hold of doubt and rediscover our faith. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 6:25-34, Luke 18:35-43, Luke 19:26, Fear, Worry, Trust, Hope, Faith To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 8 February 2009 Addictions, such as pornography weigh us down with the guilt of sin keeping us from experiencing the joy and freedom Christ came to offer us. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 5:27-30, Mark 7:14-23, Colossians 2:13-14, Addiction, Pornography, Guilt, Recovery To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 1 February 2009 Sex is a gift from God. So why does it cause so much trouble? When it comes to intimacy, the fantasy never mirrors the reality. Scriptures and Keywords: 2 Samuel 13; 1 Corinthians 6, Sex, Intimacy, Amnon, Tamar, David, Absalom, Sexual Boundaries To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[1] | |
Sun, 25 January 2009 God's vision for the church is to reach the world with the truth that Jesus is the hope, truth and life and that through Him we find salvation. Sometimes reaching the world though causes us to step outside of our own self-interests. Scriptures and Keywords: Jonah, World Missions, Missions, Vision To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 18 January 2009 Does our church exist in this community or for this community? How we answer this question makes all the difference. Scriptures and Keywords: Nehemiah 4, Community, City, Church, Purpose, Mission, Nehemiah To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 11 January 2009 When church-people think church-vision, we usually think of blueprints, programs, and upcoming expenses. It's so much more than that. You might be surprised at what we consider a vision for a church. Scriptures and Keywords: Philippians 2:12-16, Church, Vision, Future, Unity, Selfishness, Philippians 2 To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 4 January 2009 Do you have a vision for your life? How about starting the new year off with a plan guaranteed to make 2009 a better year? Scriptures and Keywords: Joshua 24, Vision, Life Plan, Commitment, Christ, Goal To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 28 December 2008 As we wrap up another Christmas, let’s look back on 2008, consider how blessed we really are, then re-check our attitude towards another year. Scriptures and Keywords: Philippians 3-4, Thankful, Gratitude, Contentment, Renew, Change To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 21 December 2008 Jesus entered the world to bring us hope. He came to save us from ourselves. In a messed up world, more than ever, this Christmas we need Jesus to save us! Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 1:18-25, Jesus, Savior, Sin, World, Hope, Salvation, Forgiveness, Christmas To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 14 December 2008 The Christmas story not only introduces us to the person we worship. It also teaches us how to worship. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 2:8-20, Christmas, Worship, Shepherds, Praise To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 7 December 2008 During Christmas we are all consumed with giving gifts. The greatest gift we can give our kids or grandkids is to be a spiritual influence in their life. Scriptures and Keywords: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Christmas, Family, Kids, Teens, Faith To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 30 November 2008 What we think we deserve and what God gives us is not always the same. What we think others deserve and what God gives them is never the same. In this message, we'll discover God's value system is much different than our own. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 20:1-17; Luke 17:20-21l, Punishment, Consequences, Grace, First, Last, Vineyard, Workers, Parable To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 23 November 2008 The Kingdom of Heaven is a term Jesus used often, but one we seldom understand. If we ever get a picture of what Jesus is trying to teach us, it will change everything about how we live our life. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 13:31-32, Matthew 13:44-46, Mustard Seed, Kingdom, Hidden Treasure, Jesus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 16 November 2008 Watch the news long and you'll become afraid. The economy is impacting
all of us. Will it impact Christmas? Should it? How should we as
believers approach Christmas this year in light of the current economic
situation? Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 6:24-33, Christmas, Money, Worry, Fear, Trust, Economy, God To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 9 November 2008 Often we fail to recognize the value of life experiences. God uses the good and bad experiences of our life to shape and mold us for His glory. We need to realize that our unique experiences have eternal value if we will submit them to Christ and let Him use them as He will. Scriptures and Keywords: Philippians 1:12, 19-21, 2 Corinthians 1:8-9, 1 Samuel 17:34-37, Experiences, Unique, God's Plan, Life Experience, God's Glory To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 2 November 2008 Ever feel like you must be the weirdest guy on the planet? Or wish that everyone else could be more like you? No matter which extreme most fits you, the answer is the same. Join us as we seek to accept and embrace the unique personality God has given each of us. Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 139:13-16, Unique, Personality, Creation, Weird, Wonderfully Made To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 26 October 2008 God says we are fearfully and wonderfully made. What’s the deal? If I’m so wonderful, why do I spend so much time trying to be anyone but me? Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 139, 1 Samuel 8, Creation, Self-esteem, Confidence, Unique, Individual, Life To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 19 October 2008 “So many of us struggle in marriage as a result of ineffective communication strategies. We muddle through misunderstandings and assumptions with our spouse and often fail to resolve conflicts in healthy ways. Today’s message will bring clarity to the confusion of marital communication. Dr. Hughes presents four strategies for effective communication. Husbands and wives carry a great responsibility to love each other well. These proven strategies will only help us better love and communicate.” To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 12 October 2008 No matter how real our faith stories ares to us, being able to communicate those stories to others is a challenge. What is the right way to tell someone about who Jesus is and what He can do for him? Is there a right way? Today, we’ll look at an old story to gain new insights into telling our stories. Scriptures and Keywords: Acts 8:26-39, Philip, Ethiopian Eunuch, Witness, Testify, Testimony, Evangelism To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 5 October 2008 Sharing our faith today is different because of culture changes; yet it is still our command from God. Let’s watch as Jesus encountered the culture, but was able to share His story with others. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 19:1-10, Salvation, Faith, Evangelism, Relationships, Jesus, Zacchaeus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 28 September 2008 What does Jesus' body look like? I think Operation Serve answered that question for us. Join us as we celebrate how God used us to reveal Himself to our city. Scriptures and Keywords: John 13, Operation Serve, Service, Body of Christ To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 21 September 2008 Ever thought that the Bible is just for preachers or for Sundays? You're not alone. The Bible has been misinterpreted, abused, and ignored...by followers of God! In this message, we'll discover why Scripture is important and how to apply it to our lives. Scriptures and Keywords: Nehemiah 8 & 9, Bible, Scripture, Authority, Hermeneutics, Ezra, Nehemiah To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 14 September 2008 Learning how to pray is one of the most critical steps for a believer to achieve, yet for many of us it seems to be something most believers struggle to do well. What can we learn from Hezekiah that can help us learn "how to pray"? Scriptures and Keywords: 2 kings 18-19, Prayer, How to Pray, Hezekiah, Faith, Trust, Strength, God, Honesty To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 7 September 2008 Most of us approach prayer like we're at the mall sitting on Santa's lap. We might be surprised to find out that prayer is less about a wish list and more about honesty. Scriptures and Keywords: Genesis 4, Prayer, Dependence, Honesty, Cain, Seth, Enosh To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 31 August 2008 Life is full of uncertainty. What is a believer to do during the uncertain times of life? Perhaps we can learn from the disciples, and of course, from Jesus. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 5, Isaiah 42:16, Uncertainty, Certainty, Faith, God, Kingdom, Assurance To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 24 August 2008 Part of Grace's strategy is to serve. It's the surest way to spiritual growth. The reasons we serve are not out of church need as much as our relationship to Christ. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 20:45-21:6, Romans 12:1-2, Ephesians 2:10, Service, Sacrifice, Giving, Grace, Jesus, Strategy To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 17 August 2008 Community Groups or, as some call them, small groups are a key part of the strategy at Grace to accomplish our vision. Community groups are small groups of people who meet in homes to study God's Word and build true friendships. Hear Pastor Ron explain why and how you can be involved in a small group Bible fellowship. To view the photos mentioned during the sermon please visit Sermon Photos Scriptures and Keywords: Proverbs 17:17, Ecclesiastes 4:9-11, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 5:32-37, Mark 6:30-31, Community, Community Groups, Small Groups, Fellowship, Friendship To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 10 August 2008 Ever wondered what the big deal with Sundays truly is? Why is going to church that important? In this message, we'll discover why the Church puts so much empasis on going to church. Scriptures and Keywords: 2 Chronicles 6-7, Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 14-23-25, Worship, Assemble, Praise, Gather, Sunday Service To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 3 August 2008 While our podcast ministry is on vacation, please enjoy this podcast messages from an early time at Grace. We felt this message is important enough for you to hear again. First in the sermon series "Faith Like a Child". Discovering the Wonder of having Faith Like a Child and how to get that Faith back when it is Lost. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 27 July 2008 While our podcast ministry is on vacation, please enjoy this podcast messages from an early time at Grace. We felt this message is important enough for you to hear again. We want to make wise decisions in our life, but it seems that something is always getting in the way. What are the obstacles to wisdom in our life? Continuing to play Jeopardy this week, phrasing some things in the form of a question, Ron encourages us to evaluate our life so that we can make wiser choices. Scripture Reference: Ecclesiastes 8-10 Comments[0] | |
Sun, 20 July 2008 Jesus showed an incredible compassion towards someone who was being treated as a nobody by everyone else in his life. Jesus calls us to show that same compassion to outsiders today. Sometimes we are that outsider and Jesus is willing to show us compassion too. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 8:1-4, Luke 5:12-16, Jesus, Compassion, Mercy, Grace, Forgiveness, Love, Leprosy, Pain To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 13 July 2008 Even the most disciplined struggle from time to time with self-control. We all know what it’s like to silently wonder, “What was I thinking?” In this message, we’ll uncover just what we were thinking! Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Samuel 24, Psalm 57, Self-Control, Impulse, Trust, Desire, Temptation, Reaction To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 6 July 2008 Gideon had doubts that God could use him. He was weak, unprepared, and afraid. Gideon's story teaches us that God can use each of us for His designed purposes. Scriptures and Keywords: Judges 6-7, Courage, Fear, Doubt, God, Battle, Strength, Victory, Trust, Faith To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 29 June 2008 This week's superhero is Esther. Esther had to use courage to do what she was afraid to do, but by her obedience the nation of Israel was saved. To follow the Devotional Blog on Esther: Click Here Scriptures and Keywords: Esther 4:1-7, Proverbs 16:9, Esther, Courage, Obedience, God, Fear, Faith To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 22 June 2008 Everyone is a hero when there is no one to save! When times get tough Some figures in history are obvious heroes. But Esau? What was so super about him? In this message, we'll cover the super huge issue of forgiveness. Scriptures and Keywords: Genesis 33, Forgiveness, Jacob, Esau, Grudge, Bitterness To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 15 June 2008 Everyone is a hero when there is no one to save! When times get tough and life unravels, we find out who the real heroes are. Scriptures and Keywords: Daniel 6:1-28, Daniel, Babylon, Lions’s Den, Rescue, Deliverance, Hero, Prayer, Consistence To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 8 June 2008 Every believer goes through periods of spiritual dryness. What do we do when our relationship with Christ is not what it should be or even what it used to be? Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Kings 18, Elijah, Spiritual Dryness, God, Faith, Fear, Doubt, Discipline To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 1 June 2008 What is your legacy? The Apostle Paul left a legacy of faith. Perhaps the greatest thing we can leave those who follow us is a spiritual heritage of faith and trust in Jesus Christ. Scriptures and Keywords: 2 Timothy 4, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Paul, Timothy, Legacy, Disciple, Mentor, Generation, Inheritance, Heritage, Faith, Spiritual To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 25 May 2008 One of the reasons we have so much trouble handling death is that we do not understand life. Today, we'll look at life from a new perspective. Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Samuel 1-2, 2 Samuel 1:23-24, David, Saul, Death, Grief, Memorial To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 18 May 2008 Children entering a marriage changes things. It should change our focus, our passions, and how we spend our time. Raising children who live out God’s plan for their life is one of the greatest challenges of our life, but one of the most rewarding. Scriptures and Keywords: Ephesians 6, Genesis 5, Judges 13, Marriage, Children, Kids, Parenting, God, Jesus, Samson, Delilah, Judges, Israel, Philistines To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 11 May 2008 Have you ever considered that the Bible is a love story? It's God's story of how He pursues us, stands by us, forgives us, and calls us His own. Would it not be wise to examine that story to discover how to improve our own marriages? Scriptures and Keywords: Ephesians 6:26-27, Revelation 19:6-9, Marriage, Love, Romance, Faithfulness To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 4 May 2008 Finding Mr. or Mrs. Right can be a challenge. So much so that we often settle for good, or even better, but we are too impatient to wait on the best. In this message we will discover God's design for relationships and practical principles for dating. Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Kings 11, Relationships, Dating, Solomon, Marriage, Courtship To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 27 April 2008 This Sunday we had a special guest, so no podcast will be released. If you don't know, Grace has a heart for God, for others, for children, and for some reason we've yet to completely figure out; we have a heart for Africa. Today those loves came together when the Ugandan Orphan Choir shared the love of God in song and dance. It was an amazing experience and a perfect living example for us to close out the "Let's Talk About Me" series. God truly was glorified and we were changed. The choir had the largest single day of sponsorships in the history of the ministry. For more information about this choir or to sponsor a child of your own go to Uganda Orphans Choir Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:15 PM Comments[0] | |
Sun, 20 April 2008 The problem with selfishness usually finds its root in me. If each of us look deep into who we are we will discover that what we really need is less of us and more of Jesus. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 23, Matthew 24:1-2, John 3:30, Selfish, Real Problem, Jesus, Answers, Give me Jesus, Disciples, Buildings, Main Thing, Pharisees, Teachers of the Law, Religious Leaders To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 13 April 2008 What is it about pride? Why does God despise and expose a sin that is so common and so harmless? With the help of an Old Testament story and a New Testament song, we find our answer. Scriptures and Keywords: Joshua 7-8, Philippians 2, Joshua, Achan, Ai, Humility, Arrogance, Pride, Philippians To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 6 April 2008 We all desire to be noticed. To step back and allow someone else to get attention or recognition is a struggle even for the most humble among us. How do we know when we've crossed the line and become self-centered? Scriptures and Keywords: John 3:22-36, Selfishness, Self-centered, Servant, John the Baptist, John 3:30 To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 30 March 2008 Will NextGenerosity be something we once did at Grace Community Church or will it be a defining moment of determining who we are and how we will live in the days to come as a church? There's much work to be done. Let's do it! Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 10, Luke 10:30-36, Jeremiah 29:7, Jeremiah 33:8-9, Generosity, Time, Money, Grace, Campaign, NextGenerosity, Compassion, Good Samaritan, Neighbor, Generous, Giving, Church To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 23 March 2008 In golf, a "do-over" is called a mulligan. Ever wish life had a "do-over?" Sure you have. We all have moments in life when we would like to start over. Does God allow us a mulligan? Let's find out. Scriptures and Keywords: John 21, Grace, Forgiveness, Mercy, Peter To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 16 March 2008 Nothing is more powerful in our lives than relationships. How do you know when you are in unhealthy relationships? And how do you get out of them? The answer may not be as complicated as you think. Scriptures and Keywords: Ezra 9:12, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, relationships, friendships, Ezra, partnership, yoked To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 9 March 2008 The game of life is often like the game of golf. We spent a lot of our time trying to navigate our way through the course. One key goal is to avoid the bunkers! How do we keep from falling into the same sand trap and how do we get out once we land there? Scriptures and Keywords: Genesis Chapters 25-32, Jacob, Isaac, Esau, Rascal, Golf, Bunker, Trickster, Sand Trap, Game Plan, Mistakes, Traps, Problems, Solutions, Help To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Mon, 3 March 2008 Pastors Ron and Chad talk about Grace future. In this final week of The Oscars series find out the “real scoop? of what’s next for Grace. To see conceptual views of Grace Community Church's future building please click on Concept_Building_PDF Scriptures and Keywords: Jeremiah 33:9, Grace Community Church, Future, Building, Excitement, Journey, Experience To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Mon, 25 February 2008 Simoniz treats cars that have lost their shine. It makes them look new again. No matter what's under the hood or how dirty the inside is, a "simonized" car shines! Is it possible that instead of dealing with our real problems, we've just simonized ourselves? Scriptures and Keywords: Acts 8:20-23, Pretender, Fake, Appearance, Transparency, Authenticity, Genuine, Simon, Apostles, Miracles To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 17 February 2008 Is your marriage as good as you pretend it is or is it a ticking bomb ready to explode at any time? Let's take off the masks and get honest about who and how we really are in our marriage. Scriptures and Keywords: Ephesians 5:21-33,Marriage, Oscar, Performance, Divorce, Separation, Mask, Charades, Real, Authentic,Truth, Jesus, Help, Peace, Comfort To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 10 February 2008 Is it better to risk and fail or to live with the thought of what might
have been? You might be surprised to find that God enjoys risk more
than we do. and he love to challenge our faith in Him. Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 30:11-12, 1 Samuel 1:1-18 To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 3 February 2008 Some say born again. Some say saved. Some say forgiven. What does it really mean to be a Christian? How can we share with others what we don't understand? Scriptures and Keywords: John 3, Luke 18, Evangelism, Christianity, Jesus, Nicodemas, Rich Ruler, Salvation, Born Again To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 27 January 2008 Is it better to risk and fail or to live with the thought of what might have been? You might be surprised to find that God enjoys risk more than we do. and he love to challenge our faith in Him. Scriptures and Keywords: Mark 5:21-34, Jesus, Healing, Opportunity, Jairus, Seize, Hesitate To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 20 January 2008 Sometimes the greatest moments in our family happen randomly and unexpectedly. Let's make the most of these moments in 2008! Scriptures and Keywords: Ephesians 5:15-16, Genesis 22:1-14, Psalm 90:12, Jesus, Moment, Opportunity, New Year, Priority, Family, Abraham, Isaac To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 13 January 2008 How can we take advantage of power contained within a moment? How can we make 2008 a year to grow closer to Christ? Let's learn from the Master. Scriptures and Keywords: Mark 3:1-6, Habakkuk 1:5, Jesus, Moment, Opportunity, Miracle, Healing, New Year, Challenge To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 6 January 2008 At the start of a new year, most of us are thinking BIG. Big dreams, big goals, and big plans. But twelve months from now, it will be the small things that made the difference. Scriptures and Keywords: 2 Samuel 11-15, Consequences, David, Bathsheeba, Absalom, Uriah To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 23 December 2007 Is giving up ever the right thing to do? Yes. Listen as we consider the one time when throwing in the towel is the wise decision. Scriptures and Keywords: Romans 5:10, Throw in the towel, Surrender, Salvation, Personal relationship with Jesus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 16 December 2007 Sometimes finding the peace of Christmas is our own fault. Sometimes we fail to accept the truth that Christmas brings to the world. This Christmas let’s deal with ourselves and take back the peace of Christmas. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 2:14, Genesis 38-50; Philippians 3, Guilt, Forgiveness, Sin, Grace, Jesus, God, Pain, Peace, Christmas To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 9 December 2007 Christmas was intended to bring peace to the world, but sometimes it’s anything but peaceful in our lives this time of year. Could the broken relationships of our past play a part in keeping us from the peace Jesus’ birth is intended to bring? Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 2:14, Matthew 18:21, Matthew 18:22, Matthew 18:35, Matthew 6:14-15, Hurt, Pain, Divorce, Forgiveness, Anger, Reconciliation, Jesus, Mercy, Grace, Forgive To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 2 December 2007 Ever wondered why Christmas is so hectic? God said Christmas was about peace. In this message, we will consider just how we lost Christmas...and how to win it back. Scriptures and Keywords: Isaiah, 9:6, Matthew 1:21, Luke 2:14, Luke 2:11, Luke 2:30, Peace, Christmas, Prince of Peace, Materialism, Cifts To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 25 November 2007 Does God expect us to give grace to others the same way He gave us grace? If so, maybe we need to look at an old practice to discover a new way of life. Scriptures and Keywords: Leviticus 25, Freedom, Slavery, Debt, Grace To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 18 November 2007 We have hearts that are created to be generous. Something in us wants to be generous. But something gets in the way. That something is fear. In this message, we will explore the source of that fear and the consequences of letting that fear control our thinking. Scriptures and Keywords: Generosity, Giving, Money, 2 Corinthians 8:7, Matthew 25:28-29, 2 Corinthians 9:11, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Tithe, Tithing, Stewardship To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Mon, 12 November 2007 The world is changing fast. That’s the Next Generation way. One thing stays the same. God’s standard for how we are to use our time. As we follow the heart of God and the example of Jesus, we’ll find ourselves living more Biblical lives and experiencing more real joy. Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Peter, 4:10, Matt 20:26, Philippians 2:3-4, Luke 5:11, Ephesians 5:5-16, 1 Corinthians 10:24, Ephesians 6:7-8, Time, Resources, Giving, Generous, Generosity, Jesus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 11 November 2007 Solomon lived a lot of life. He was the wisest, wealthiest man of all times. His concluding thoughts can help us make better decisions in life and insure we are on the right path. Scriptures and Keywords: Ecclesiastes 10:1; Ecclesiastes 11:7-10; Ecclesiastes 12:1-8, Ecclesiastes 13, Path, plan, road, God’s way, Fear God, Ecclesiastes, Solomon, wisdom, direction, hopes, dreams, goals To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 28 October 2007 When we want directions, we want the fastest and most direct routes. God doesn't plan our trips that way. Today's message helps us understand why He doesn't. Scriptures and Keywords: Ecclesiastes 4:4, God's plan, Purpose, Ecclesiastes, Envy, Jealousy To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 21 October 2007 Last week, we considered why we need help with our journey. In this message, we will consider where this journey is taking us and why it's not as satisfying as the Bible makes it out to be. Scriptures and Keywords: Ecclesiastes 1:14, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Fulfillment, Peace, Satisfaction, Meaning, Purpose, Ecclesiastes, Eternity To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 14 October 2007 Some of us have hard time following directions. That carries over into the plans we make for our life. We often have great goals for our life, but we never realize them because we aren’t heading in a direction that will get us there. Solomon, the wisest man of all times, tries to help us with this dilemma. Scriptures and Keywords: Ecclesiastes 1:12-13; 16-17; 7:11-12, GPS, Direction, Path, God’s way, Success, meaningless life, goals, dreams To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 7 October 2007 Jesus gave stern warnings to the disciples not to fall into the legalistic trap of religion or false teachings. Those same warnings apply to us as a church today. Be warned! Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 16, Pharisees, Sadducees, Yeast, Leavin, Warning, Legalism, Righteousness, Traditional, Evangelism, Gospel, Religion To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Mon, 1 October 2007 Is Jesus intimidated by our bad reputations? What role then should our bad repuations play as we relate to God? Does it even matter to God? Scriptures and Keywords: Zacchaeus, Luke 19, Reputation, Evangelism, Servant To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Mon, 24 September 2007 Rahab had an old profession. She earned money selling her body to strangers. She was outside the family of God. Through her faith and obedience, God made her a hero in the Christian faith and gladly welcomed her into the family. Learn how the power of God can turn a loser into a winner. Scriptures and Keywords: Joshua 2, Rahab, Prostitute, Joshua, Jericho, Spies, Grace, Forgiveness, Power, Christ To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 16 September 2007 Have you ever noticed how God can change a life? He can take someone who the world has given up on and turn them into one of His greatest servants. God is still changing lives of people around us. Let's look at one such story from God's perspective. Scriptures and Keywords: Philemon 1:6, Philemon 1:11,Philemon, Paul, Onesimus, runaway, useless, useful, slave, free, forgiveness To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Mon, 10 September 2007 Regardless of who our heroes are, they all have one thing in common: they are winners. In this series, we will examine the lives of revolutionaries and world changers. Each had one thing in common: they were losers. Could it be that history’s greatest heroes were history’s biggest losers? Scriptures and Keywords: John 14, Acts 4, Disciples, Unqualified, Loser, Hero To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right: Comments[0] | |
Sun, 2 September 2007 Following God from a distance is easier. It creates less stressful provides more comfort. This message examines why Jesus frightens us...when He gets up close and personal. Scriptures and Keywords: Mark 5, Matthew 8, Luke 8, Worship, Personal Relationship, Jesus, demon. tombs To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right Comments[0] | |
Sun, 26 August 2007 A part of the strategy of Grace Community Church is to help people find a place to serve. We serve because we want to make an investment in the people around us, so that ultimately we have a better opportunity to share our faith with them. Jesus gives us the example of a true servant. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 23:1-11, Matthew 20:28, Mark 4:30-32, Service, Serve, Volunteer, Servant, Commitment, Kingdom, Dedication, Strategy To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right Comments[0] | |
Mon, 13 August 2007 Why is a weekend gathering such an important part of our lives? Today, we will examine why we place such a priority of Sunday services, and why we design the services the way we do. Scriptures and Keywords: 2 Chronicles 6,7, worship, gathering, solomon, temple, church To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 6 August 2007 Each day we need to be aware of "the others" that surround us. Scriptures and Keywords: Matthew 19:13-15, Luke 8:1-3, Luke 15:1-2, Others, Love, Serve, Care, Minister, Jesus To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Tue, 31 July 2007 God is shaping a people who are totally committed to Him, willing to walk by faith, even when they have more questions than answers. Sometimes life can be uncertain and it appears God is nowhere to be found. We may not feel we have the strength to go forward. Even in those times we can and should trust Him completely. Such is the story of Gideon. Scriptures and Keywords: Judges 6-7 Gideon, God, Trust, Faith, Faithfulness, Perseverance, Direction, Strength, Mighty Warrior, Insufficient To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Wed, 25 July 2007 Joshua was a replacement leader. He took over from a most powerful leader named Moses. He was to lead a people who were tired, frustrated and who had been unsuccessful for 40 years. He needed courage to follow God's plan. Life is full of discouragement and we can learn from Joshua how he handled these difficult days. Scriptures and Keywords: Joshua Chapters 1 and 3, Joshua, Moses, Leadership, Courage, Discouragement, Frustration, Fear, Steadfast, Commitment, God's Plan, Challenges To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Tue, 17 July 2007 What would it be like to live each day like it could be our last? Elijah's life could be characterized as risky business. Could risk be the one thing your life is missing? Scriptures and Keywords: Risk, Danger, 1 Kings, Elijah, Elisha To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right.
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Thu, 12 July 2007 Children aren't the only ones who pout. Some adults have a the same tendency. As we look at the story of King Ahaba's pouting problem we see that pouting can be a major problem and lead to bigger problems. If we can learn better ways to handle disappointment we can build better relationships with others. Scriptures and Keywords: 1 Kings 21:1-4, Pouting, Sulk, Disappointment, Reactions, Emotional Vanipulation, Power play, Children, Silent treatment To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
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Mon, 25 June 2007 How do we get back to God? When we've experienced his love and then walked away, how do we get back home? Who says you can't go home! Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 15, Prodigal Son, Repentance, God, Family To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 11 June 2007  It is important for us to understand the difference between a need and a want. God has promised to meet our needs, but not necessarily give us everything we want. As parents, it is our responsibility to lead our children to that same understanding. Scriptures and Keywords: Philipians 4:19, Mattew 6:8, Ecclesiastes 5:10, Psalm 37:4, Money, Resources, Provision, God, Responsibility, Parenting, need, want, necessity, pleasure, desires To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right.
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Fri, 8 June 2007 How can love and discipline co-exist? If God is a God of grace and mercy, why would he ever discipline his children? This message addresses the place discipline has in our homes, and in God's family. Scriptures and Keywords: Discipline, Family, 1 Corinthians 5, 2 Corinthians 2, Hebrews 12, Heavenly Father To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 27 May 2007 God is the source of all wisdom. The Father God wants to share His wisdom with His children. In the same way, one of a parent's greatest responsibilities is to impart wisdom in the home. Join Pastor Ron for a candid interview with his sons about their own system of raising a family wisely with grace. Scriptures and Keywords: Jeremiah 33:3, Wisdom, Children, Parents, God, Father, Grace parenting To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right.
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Sun, 20 May 2007 Is it possible to be friends with God? How can we develop a friendship with an all-powerful, and invisible, God? Listen to find out. Scriptures and Keywords: Moses, Exodus 33, John 15, Friendship, Father To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 13 May 2007 God loves us and adopts us into His family through Jesus Christ. With that same intensity of unconditional love, we are to love our own children. Listen to a powerful personal illustration from Pastor Ron. Scriptures and Keywords: Galatians 3:10, Galatians 4:4-7, Love, God, Adoption, Children, step-children, accepting, choosing to love, blended families, unconditional love To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[2] | |
Mon, 7 May 2007 What is the big deal with baptism? Why do some people sprinkle and some dunk? Today, Chad Rowland addresses your questions about baptism.Scriptures and Keywords: John 12:42-43, Hebrews 2:11, Baptism To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 30 April 2007 We're all looking for the path to happiness, fulfillment, and meaning. Right? Could it be that the thing for which we're searching has been right in front of us all the time? Scriptures and Keywords: John 4:6, Jesus, Salvation, Search, Evangelism To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 23 April 2007 Having problems with doubt? Are the circumstances of your life confusing? Jesus is the Bread of Life. That means He is more than enough to meet our every need.
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Mon, 16 April 2007 Jesus had an encounter with the woman at the well that changed her life forever. He pursues us seeking the same result.
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Mon, 9 April 2007 The Resurrection is the central theme of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It's what separates us from every other religion. Our Savior lives and because He lives, we, too, may have eternal life!
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Mon, 2 April 2007 What image do you have when you think of Jesus? In the first part of this series, Chad Rowland speaks of Jesus in the image of a shepherd.
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Mon, 26 March 2007 What's the best method of talking to someone about faith? Too many Christians are simply crying, "Wolf!" In this message, Chad Rowland teaches on how to tell your story of faith. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 19 March 2007 Even if God has given us all a story to tell, who will listen? In this message, Chad Rowland talks about one of the greatest gifts we have been given...the gift of influence. Comments[1] | |
Mon, 12 March 2007 Followers of Jesus have a story to tell. In this message, Chad Rowland teams up with King Arthur to address our need for storytelling. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 5 March 2007 The Bible really does say to do "Whatever" to the glory of God. Since that's true, this message discusses the connection between our sexual life and our spiritual life. How pure are you sexually speaking?
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Mon, 26 February 2007  Are you exhausted? Are you suffering from symptoms of ill health? Do you feel like busyness has become your way of life? Well, God has prescribed a Rhythm of Life as the answer to our busy lives. Since Creation, God built in to the created order a way of life. He modeled it and then He commanded it. In this message you will hear the Scriptures challenge you to trust God and rest. He has given the answer to our busy lives. Scriptures and Keywords: Stress, Rest, Sabbath, Busyness, Health, Exodus 20: 8-11, Leviticus 25:1-7, Leviticus 25: 8-12, Leviticus 25:20-22, Colossians 1:15,17 To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
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Mon, 5 February 2007 What is the relationship between my faith and my workplace? They may be more closely connected than you realize. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 29 January 2007 The Bible says that whatever we do, we should do it to the glory of God. To begin this "Whatever" series, Ron Edmondson looks at the link between our physical life and our spiritual life. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right.
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Sun, 21 January 2007 The next move in our Next Step series is yours. Where are you in the spiritual growth process of life? Scriptures and Keywords: Philippians 3:10-15; 2 Samuel 24:24; Spiritual Renewal, Discipleship, Growth To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 15 January 2007 Here's a twist in the normal GCC routine. Both pastors, Chad and Ron discussing "Next Steps"; theirs, yours, and ours. We get to listen in as they think out loud. Scriptures and Keywords: Discussion, Next Steps, Round Table To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Fri, 22 December 2006 We all want to experience the peace of Christmas, yet few of us really do. What is it that keeps us from enjoying the peace that Jesus' birth came to bring? To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Tue, 12 December 2006 Do we fight back or run from conflict? If you have ever wondered how God expects us to live in peace, this message will be of some help. From the Old Testament view of war to the New Testament concept of turning the other cheek, this message seeks to bring clarity to what seems to be a contradiction. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 3 December 2006 How could a good God create a bad world? Surely, if God is really that good and powerful, He would have done something about pain and suffering by now! Doesn't the presence of evil disprove the existence of God? Comments[0] | |
Sun, 26 November 2006 God tells us in His Word that we are to live with grateful hearts always. That's hard to do. In the midst of difficult days, how can we have thankful hearts?
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Mon, 20 November 2006 Like dominos, every decision we make affects someone else. Sound scary? Actually, it's one of God's greatest gifts to us? The ancient story of Esther helps us understand this powerful gift. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 13 November 2006 Some days we are to close to the action to see what is really happening. It pays to step back and get a big picture perspective. Maybe our bad days are not as bad as we thought. Comments[3] | |
Mon, 13 November 2006 Does God owe it to us to do more than He's already done? Exactly what has He done for us? Maybe this half-empty glass we call life is more full than we realize. Comments[0] | |
Tue, 31 October 2006 We are all afraid of something. Sometimes the greatest fears come from those things we can't understand or predict. Let"s learn from Elijah, the great prophet of God, as he dealt with a fear of the unknown.
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Fri, 27 October 2006 The fear being alone, rejection, abandonment, or of simply not being loved is a very real fear. Sometimes this fear produces irrational behavior as we try to combat the fear. Ultimately real love is found in the person of Jesus Christ.
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Sun, 15 October 2006 Fear of failure. It's one of our most common phobias. This fear stalls us from moving forward in our life and keeps us from experiencing the peace and joy God has for us
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Sun, 8 October 2006 Each of us have fears in our life. Sometimes fear can keep us from experiencing God's best for our life. In this first of a series on fear, Ron Edmondson answers questions we have about the subject and begins to offer solutions to battling fear.
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Sun, 1 October 2006 What is the church's responsibility to it's community? How do we make our voice heard? Should our voice even be heard? In this last installment to the Back to School series, we find the answer.
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Sun, 1 October 2006  On September 30, 2006 over 325 people from Grace Community Church divided into 20 teams and fanned out over Clarksville/Montgomery County to SERVE our Community..... SPECIAL NOTE: Grace Videos are now being offered as .mov files. This file must be downloaded first to your computer before it will play in a QuickTime player. This will additionaly be downloaded to iTunes if you subscribe to the Grace Podcast and be loaded on your Video iPod. If you don't have QuickTime for your computer go to Apple Computer. The Podcast Staff To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[5] | |
Mon, 25 September 2006 God has a great plan for your life. It's a beautiful plan. God uses the dreams and passions in your heart to accomplish His plan through us.
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Mon, 18 September 2006 Money. It may be the only thing that is common to all of us. We either want it, have it, or had it. Yet, as common as it is, money dooms more marriages, closes more businesses, and turns off more church-attenders than any other factor. If it's really that powerful, we need to talk about it!
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Mon, 11 September 2006 Show and Tell is every kid's favorite part of school. Too bad we seem to outgrow that love. It happens to be the most effective way of influencing the lives of those around us.
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Mon, 4 September 2006 This week we begin our Back to School series. Our first subject: Psychology. There are some things about our personality that may never change. We are who we are in some ways. Our character, however, is being shaped by God into the image of Christ. We should be conforming more into His image each day.
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Sun, 3 September 2006 We have all been fearfully and wonderfully made. We have been given talents and abilities that fit perfectly into God's plan. So why do we have such a hard time knowing what part we play in that plan? Does everyone really have a place to serve?
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Sun, 20 August 2006 This message is an attempt to get you to do something you may not want to do at first. We believe in small groups. We believe that small groups of people, meeting for a common purpose, can go a long way towards impacting life change for the Kingdom of God. Listen to find out why, but be warned!
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Sat, 19 August 2006 What is the big deal with the Sunday morning gathering? In this message, Chad Rowland teaches Grace Community's beliefs about the weekend service.
Sunday service, gathering, worship, contemporary
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Sun, 6 August 2006 Who am I? That is a question that everyone has to answer. The problem is that many of us have a distorted view of our worth and value. Life has a way of beating us down. In this message, Kent shares what Scripture says about who we are in Christ. By coming to terms with who we really are, God can then work through us to impact our families and communities.
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Wed, 2 August 2006 We all want to make wiser choices in our life, but we aren't always willing to pay the price for gaining wisdom. This sermon helps us learn how to ask simple questions to help work through major decisions wisely.
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Mon, 24 July 2006 We want to make wise decisions in our life, but it seems that something is always getting in the way. What are the obstacles to wisdom in our life? Continuing to play Jeopardy this week, phrasing some things in the form of a question, Ron encourages us to evaluate our life so that we can make wiser choices.
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Tue, 18 July 2006 Life is full of decisions; many having lasting impact on our lives and those around us. We need to make wise decisions. This week we begin a series of questions as we try to hear wisdom for living from God.
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Tue, 18 July 2006 Are you a risk taker? Like to play the odds? Most of us do it every day. Years ago, Jesus introduced "Deal or No Deal" to us because he knows there is a gambler in all of us. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[1] | |
Mon, 26 June 2006 Rules without explanation equals frustration! That much we know. Understanding why rules have been set in place greatly improves our chances of following them. Has God placed random laws in our lives to keep us in our place or is there something more? Listen and see...
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Sun, 18 June 2006 As a conclusion to the Legacy series, this sermon considers perhaps the most important legacy of all: your legacy. What kind of legacy will you have? Will you be like Stephen, the Godly man for whom Godly men mourned?
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Sun, 11 June 2006 What is grace? Looking at another story of David we see a legacy of grace which helps us understand more of God and His grace available to us.
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Sun, 4 June 2006 David and Goliath is more than just a children's story. It's a true story from which we can glean some important truths. Listen as Pastor Ron helps us learn from a "Really Big Fight".
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Sun, 28 May 2006 All of our lives read like books. As we read our own stories, and the stories of others, we are quick to determine how the story will end. God's perspective is different than ours. He is patient, allowing the whole story to unfold. The best part is that He saves the final chapter for Himself. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[3] | |
Sun, 21 May 2006 Years ago, Nehemiah left this world. Before he did, he left a mark on his community and a legacy for us. The legacy? Be willing to finish what you start. How many of us have unfinished rooms in our lives? Our intentions were good. We even had a plan to make it happen. Somewhere along the way, we got sidetracked. Let Nehemiah's legacy encourage you to get back to work and see it through...to the end.
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Sun, 14 May 2006 All of us inherit legacies of faith. For some, we are thankful. For some, we are not. Are you content to live out your faith just as your parents did? Sometimes the best thing you can do is to start a new legacy. Whether your a fifth generation defender of the faith or new to Christianity, this message will look at where you've come from and legacy you are already leaving. The discoveries may surprise you.
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Sun, 30 April 2006  The video version of the sermon Still Blue - "Blues" Series. Ever get tired of hearing about the miracles God has done in other peoples' lives? Maybe you wondered when God was going to do something like that in your life! If this has ever described you, you're not alone ... and this message is for you.
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Sun, 30 April 2006 Ever get tired of hearing about the miracles God has done in other peoples' lives? Maybe you wondered when God was going to do something like that in your life! If this has ever described you, you're not alone ... and this message is for you.
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Sun, 23 April 2006 The Psalms are full of people who suffered the blues. This week Pastor Ron begins looking at the issue of the blues and some principles we can learn from God's Word to help us through these tough times of life.
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Sun, 16 April 2006  The video version of the sermon Rise - "God Man Savior" Series. When Jesus's body was palced in the tomb, so where the hopes, dreams, and reputations of all His followers. On Easter morning, to every heart that had been broken and every dream that had been shattered, God said, "Rise."
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Sun, 16 April 2006 When Jesus's body was palced in the tomb, so where the hopes, dreams, and reputations of all His followers. On Easter morning, to every heart that had been broken and every dream that had been shattered, God said, "Rise."
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Sun, 2 April 2006  The video version of the sermon "Dust and Stones" - God Man Savior Series. With the first sermon "Dust and Stones" of the God Man Savior Series, Pastor Chad Rowland discusses how God, as he walked with man as Jesus, taught us:
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Sun, 2 April 2006 With the first sermon "Dust and Stones" of the God Man Savior Series, Pastor Chad Rowland discusses how God, as he walked with man as Jesus, taught us:
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Sun, 26 March 2006 Finishing the series GodSpeak Ron Edmonson challenges us to explore the circumstances surrounding the what and why of God's instructions when he speaks to us. Understanding the circumstances will help you fully understand the Will Of God when he speaks to you. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 19 March 2006
Since the beginning of history, God has spoken. He has spoken through prophets and priests, visions and dreams, by His Spirit and with Scripture. And at time He speaks through people. Normal everyday flawed biased unspectacular regular people. But how do you know when someone’s advice is more than opinion? How do you when it is wisdom from God? The Godspeak series continues with "He Said, She Said." To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 12 March 2006
Does God still speak to us? If so, what does He sound like? How can people claim that God told them something? In the series "Godspeak," we will examine God's voice. In the first message of the series, "More than Words," Chad Rowland tackles the question: Is God's Word really God's words?
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Sun, 5 March 2006 Finishing the series "We Will Dance", Ron Edmondson shares the greatest needs of a husband and wife. Listen for some help for your marriage and other relationships.
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Thu, 2 March 2006 Ron Edmondson continues our series "We Will Dance" with his sermon Heartbreak.
Ron Edmondson brings some helpful tips for a marriage under stress or for keeping a marriage from becoming stressful. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[1] | |
Sun, 19 February 2006  Kent Hughes continues our series "We Will Dance" with his sermon Crowded: What happens when kids come in the picture?Children bring both rewards and challenges to any marriage. They raise the stakes in marriage, life, and your community. Explore with Kent how to manage the challenges and reap the rewards of parenthood as explained in Gen. 1:26 & 28:3, Ps. 127:3-5, John 17:21 To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[3] | |
Sun, 12 February 2006 In any marriage a man and woman are to become one (Ephesians 5:31). Ron Edmondson shows that one of the keys to blending two individuals into one is to understand the distractions which can get in the way.
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Mon, 6 February 2006 Today Chad Rowland began the new series "We Will Dance" focusing on Relationships, Love, and Marriage.
In this message he explains how to determine if a relationship is right by examining the passages of 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 25:28, Ephesians 5:15-16, and Luke 24:32. Also this sermon has a very special treat for the listener's from a single couple, with Grace Community Church, that have been in a growing relationship with each other and the Lord. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[7] | |
Sun, 29 January 2006 Unleash yourself and Invest fully at Grace Community Church. These are the two ways that Chad Rowland encourages everyone on how to Serve the Lord at Grace Community Church. Learn how Lord gives examples of serving in 1 Corinthians and Matthew.
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Sun, 22 January 2006 Continuing with the second part of how Church Membership enhances commitment to a local Church, Ron Edmondson discusses the importance of Small Group Bible Study. Through these gathering members will not only develop a closer relationship with Jesus but also enhance their friendships with each other and gain a stronger Commitment to the Lord and Grace Community Church.
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Sun, 15 January 2006 One aspect of commitment to a local Church is Church Membership. Today Ron Edmondson examines what are the Biblical roots of Church Membership and what it means to become a member of Grace Community Church.
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Sun, 8 January 2006 
As a Church grows, a course is made like following a compass. Chad Rowland begins the new series "Compass" showing the path that Grace Community Church will take through the directions of Gather, Commit, and Serve. Today, he explains how Grace has been Gathering and preparing the way for Commitment and Serving. To leave or view comments about this post please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[5] | |
Sun, 18 December 2005 Date: Dec. 18, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: Centerpiece Description: What is the Centerpiece of your life? Is Jesus the centerpiece at your table to bring everyone together to experience the closeness of a Community? To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 11 December 2005 Date: Dec. 11, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson Title: Awkward Description: Do we avoid awkward situations in community at all costs or do we use them to strengthen the community? Jesus teaches us how to love even those that we would consider awkward in our lives.To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[4] | |
Mon, 5 December 2005 Date: Dec. 4, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson Title: "Clone" Description: We naturally choose to have people "Just Like Us' in our personal community. However; the Lord often challenges us to bring people different from us into our life. Are you prepared for this challenge?To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 27 November 2005 Date: Nov. 27, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: People Are Strange Description: As we invite people into our life, our personal community can become a little "Strange". Jesus often puts people in our lives different from us, to challenge and force us to grow personally and spiritually.To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 21 November 2005 Date: Nov. 20, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: Community Description: We all live in a community. But do we try to make that a community of one, or do we allow others to make up that community? Why is it important to allow others in our personal community?To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 13 November 2005 Date: Nov. 13, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson Title: Big Picture Description: Our Big Picture is where we really want to go in life. Somehow, along the journey, distractions cause us to lose our focus. How do we keep a Big Picture mindset? To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 6 November 2005  Date: Nov. 6, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson Title: Emotions Description: We are emotional beings. Part of growing spiritually is being healthy emotionally. As we grow in our faith, we replace unhealthy emotions with truth.To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 30 October 2005 Date: Oct. 30, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: Moment Description: 2nd Sermon in the "Faith Like a Child" series. Each Moment in life is a gift from the Lord. Learn to live and get the most from each moment of your life through having Faith Like a Child.To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 23 October 2005 Date: Oct. 23, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: Wonder Description:
First in the sermon series "Faith Like a Child". Discovering the Wonder of having Faith Like a Child and how to get that Faith back when it is Lost.To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Sun, 16 October 2005 Date: Oct. 16, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: Breathe! Description:
Sometimes life kicks the breath out of us and we plead for God's grace. What about those times when it's our fault? Is grace still available when there is no one else to blame but us? To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Tue, 11 October 2005 Date: Oct. 9, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson Title: Downs! Description: Suffering often comes when we least expect it and many times through no fault of our own. God's Grace is sufficient for these times of suffering.Comments[0] | |
Mon, 3 October 2005 Date: Oct. 2, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Ron Edmondson Title: Ups! Description: God's grace is not just to help us when things go wrong in life. God wants to give us His grace to live an abundant life. We must learn to fully rely on Him.To leave or view comments about this sermon please click on "Comments" to your right. Comments[0] | |
Mon, 26 September 2005
Date: Sept. 25, 2005 Speaker: Pastor Chad Rowland Title: Surprise Description: The first sermon from Grace Community Church in Clarksville, Tennessee. Pastor Chad Rowland discusses Grace with the sermon titled Surprise!
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